Audition Info

Interested in performing, collaborating, or trying theatre for the first time? All members of the Gallaudet University community as well as outsiders are encouraged to audition — including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff, and newcomers to theatre alike. No prior stage experience is required.

There are several flexible ways to audition:

Submit a Self-Tape Audition:
Record and submit your audition anytime before August 30: please send your e-mail with link to either Fall 2026 faculty director MoMo Holt (Alcestis 2020) at Click to reveal email and/or Spring 2027 faculty director Ethan Sinnott (Henry IV) at Click to reveal email

Audition During NSO Week:
In-person audition opportunities will be available during New Student Orientation (NSO) week at the start of the Fall semester.

Schedule a One-to-One Audition Appointment
Prefer a more personal setting? You may arrange an individual audition via FaceTime or Zoom.

We welcome performers of all experience levels, ages, backgrounds, identities, signing styles, and artistic interests. Theatre at Gallaudet thrives on collaboration, creativity, and the unique perspectives of our community.

Fall 2026 – Character Breakdown – Roles Needing to be Cast

Do you have questions for MoMo Holt, the director?  Feel free to send her an e-mail at Click to reveal email.

CHAD         

race: Caucasian  

age:  35     

status: Deaf           

ASL: proficient

occupation: actor

relationship: Hal’s married partner

HAL            

race: Black

age: 45    

status: hearing      

ASL: fluent

occupation:  doctor (medical)

relationship: Chad’s married partner

BO              

race: biracial

age: 10    

status: Deaf       

ASL: native

relationship: Chad and Hal’s son

PHOEBE    

race: Caucasian

age: 65     

status: hearing      

ASL: conversational PSE

occupation:  housewife

relationship: Chad’s Mother

CHARLES  

race: Caucasian

age: 65     

status: hard of hearing – decline through age

ASL: home signs

relationship: Chad’s father

TOFFER     

race: Caucasian

age: 35     

status: hearing      

ASL: conversational PSE

occupation:  auto mechanic

relationship: Chad’s brother-in-law